Last month we looked at what domestic violence is and how to identify it. This month, we are providing resources for how to obtain help when needed. These resources are helpful for those looking to leave an abusive situation or for friends/family supporting a victim....

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. In this month’s blog we want...

According to the National Commission on COVID-19 and Criminal Justice, domestic violence incidents increased 8.1% after jurisdictions imposed pandemic-related lockdown orders.1 As a result, Kathy’s Legacy also experienced an increase. Our Silver Lining program, which...

Kathy’s Legacy’s mission is to serve children and pets impacted by domestic violence. However, it is not often you hear about pets in relation to domestic violence. Unfortunately, the reality is pets play significant roles in DV situations but often go...

Note: Kathy’s Legacy does not share photos of the children's faces or use their real names. Names have been changed to protect their privacy. In early February 2013, Isabel met with her estranged husband in the parking lot of the Imperial Beach Sheriff substation for...

Jim Willis was the police detective who investigated Kathy’s murder case. Jim has been a peace officer in California for over 20 years. After the conclusion of the investigation, he developed a bond with the Scharbarth family. Jim now proudly serves as President of...

National Domestic Violence Awareness Month first began in 1981 by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence as a Day of Unity to connect battered women’s advocates across the country. During October we have the opportunity to raise awareness about domestic...

I am the younger brother of Kathy Scharbarth. When my sister was murdered there was a domino effect that had been set into place. All of a sudden my family was struck with mourning the loss of a loved one, custody issues over my niece, psychological challenges,...

Note: Kathy’s Legacy does not share photos of the children's faces or use their real names. Names have been changed to protect their privacy. In August 2017, Kelly, at the time age 9 and Joey age 8, were eating breakfast when their mother’s boyfriend, came running...

Note: Kathy’s Legacy does not share photos of the children's faces or use their real names. Names have been changed to protect their privacy. A couple of years ago, Marguerite, a fearful mother of two sons, ages 10 and 5, called the police department requesting...